The newly expanded four-day men’s race will take place from Thursday 3 to Sunday May 6.

Coun Roy Miller, Cabinet Spokesperson for Place, said: “We’re delighted to host part of this thrilling race which has become firmly established as a fantastic event for Barnsley and Yorkshire.

"People came out in their thousands to enjoy this year’s race and next year’s will be even better. Cycling is popular across our borough; we’re lucky to have many cycle routes and beautiful scenery. It promises to be a fantastic event for people of all ages, showcasing everything that is brilliant about Barnsley.”

The full 2018 race route will be unveiled on Tuesday December 5 – this announcement will include exact start and finish locations and the distance and profile of each stage.